Police report details circumstances of Remington’s DUII arrest

Oregon defensive lineman Isaac Remington’s suspension was lifted Tuesday after Eugene city prosecutors decided against formally charging him with driving under the influence of intoxicants, in connection with his arrest on Oct. 12.

A breath test administered to Remington, 23, after he was taken into custody measured his blood alcohol content at 0.06 percent, according to a Eugene police report written by officer Nicholas Miller.

In Oregon and many other states, a person is presumed to be intoxicated if their BAC is 0.08 or greater. However, a person may be arrested on a drunken-driving charge even if their BAC is lower than that, if a police officer determines that alcohol consumption has contributed to impaired driving.

In Remington’s case, “evidence of whether or not his mental or physical faculties were adversely affected to a noticeable or perceptible degree cannot be proven beyond a reasonable doubt,” city Prosecutor Dan Barkovic said Tuesday in explaining why charges would not be filed.

“We looked at (the case) pretty carefully” before deciding against prosecution, Barkovic said.

Remington, a senior, started the first six games of this season before sitting out last week’s game at Arizona State under the terms of an indefinite suspension handed down by Coach Chip Kelly the day of the arrest.

“I would like to thank everyone who believed me,” tweeted Remington, who has been unavailable for comment while suspended. “Thank you for your prayers and support.”

Remington’s attorney, David Vill of Eugene, said he received the police report in advance of the ASU game and tried to persuade the Ducks’ coaches to allow Remington — a Queen Creek, Ariz., native — to play last week.

“I lobbied them real hard,” Vill said. “I think what it came down to is (a rule that) if charges are pending in season, you’re suspended. Mr. Remington was disappointed — he really wanted to play. But Chip Kelly is pretty strict.” Click here for the complete story.